Bachelor of Creative Industries/IT at QUT Brisbane

Bachelor's Degree Information Technology Full Time

Bachelor of Creative Industries/Bachelor of Information Technology

at Queensland University of Technology · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

059227E

CRICOS provider code

00213J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$177,900 total

Per year

A$44,475/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Creative Industries/Bachelor of Information Technology at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane is a double degree combining creativity with practical digital skills. Across four years of full-time study, students complete units across both creative industries, covering areas like media, communication, design, and entrepreneurship, and core information technology areas such as programming, systems analysis, and software development. This dual approach prepares students to work at the intersection of technology and creative practice.

Study is organised by semesters, with students taking set units and electives in each discipline. Each unit attracts credit points, and students must reach the total required for both degrees. Many majors are available, letting students focus on topics from interactive media to software development or digital marketing. Work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities are built into the course structure, giving students the chance to undertake professional placements or projects with local organisations in Brisbane’s tech and creative sectors. In their final year, students usually complete a capstone project or studio, bringing together theory and practice from both areas.

By combining both degrees, students build skills in IT problem-solving, digital communication, teamwork, project management, coding, and creative thinking. This suits those looking to blend technology with the arts, build digital content, launch creative start-ups, manage creative projects, or develop apps and interactive experiences for diverse clients. Graduates can apply for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia after finishing their studies, and student visa holders typically have permission to work up to 48 hours per fortnight during their studies.

Industry partnerships in Brisbane mean students work on real projects and network with employers in both creative and IT sectors. Professional accreditation for IT components applies where relevant. Please check the official QUT website for up-to-date course and placement details.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Digital content producer
Web and mobile app developer
User experience (UX) designer
Digital project manager
Multimedia specialist
Entrepreneur in tech or creative start-ups
Business analyst
Communications coordinator for tech firms
Roles in Queensland’s creative and digital industries

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Creative Industries/Bachelor of Information Technology at Queensland University of Technology?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$177,900 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Digital content producerWeb and mobile app developerUser experience (UX) designerDigital project managerMultimedia specialistEntrepreneur in tech or creative start-upsBusiness analystCommunications coordinator for tech firmsRoles in Queensland’s creative and digital industries

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